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‘Disappointing’: Runners faced with parking charges at country park in Northamptonshire as council withdraws 90 minute 'benefit'

Parking charges have been reinstated at Brixworth Country Park on Saturday mornings meaning runners will now have to stump up the cash to take part in the free event.

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Northampton's Abington Street paving to undergo overnight deep clean and protection works

A section of Northampton town centre will undergo a series of overnight cleaning works next week as part of efforts to protect its regenerated paving.

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Young volunteers and undercover officers test hotel safeguarding across Northamptonshire

Undercover police officers and young volunteers have carried out a series of safeguarding tests at hotels across Northamptonshire to assess how well they can spot the warning signs of child exploitation.

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Family trio launches food business outside popular pub with menu based on Northampton legends

A family trio has launched a food business outside a popular pub, and their unique menu is inspired by Northampton legends.

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Council pauses £4.7m Northampton travel scheme after tree damage sparks protest

The council has paused part of the construction work on a new active travel route in Northampton after residents protested over damage to a mature tree.

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Fire crews called to farm in Northamptonshire after spark from tractor ignites straw

Fire crews were called to a farm fire in rural Northamptonshire on Wednesday (August 5).

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Shocking moment Northamptonshire dangerous driver reaches speeds of more than 100mph during police pursuit

Michael Chiedu Nwanze led police on a chase through Cheyne Walk, Bedford Road and onto the A45, before being stopped near Wellingborough.

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Drivers urged to avoid A5 junction in Northamptonshire after crash

Motorists have been warned that the A5/B5385 Watford Junction is currently affected following a road traffic collision.

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Friends who followed dream to launch cafe in prime Northampton location are ‘proud’ of how far they have already come in six months

Two friends, who followed their dream to launch a cafe in Northampton and did not return to work following their maternity leave, are “really proud” of how far they have already come in six months.

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JAILED: Wanted man Derry Crowshaw who went on the run after escaping custody in Northampton is now behind bars

A 36-year-old Northampton man who spent 12 days on the run has been sentenced to four months in prison.

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Here are the four streets in Northampton town centre about to be turned into ‘premium parking zones’ by council

Four of the most popular streets in town are about to become ‘premium parking zones’ with higher charges being introduced in just 11 days time.

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HGV driver dies following four-lorry crash on M1 in Northamptonshire

A lorry driver died in the four-lorry collision that closed the M1 in Northamptonshire, police have confirmed.

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BT Openreach issue statement following widespread disruption to broadband services in Northamptonshire village

‘We’re sorry’ say BT Openreach after a damaged cable caused widespread disruption to a village community in Northamptonshire.

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Northamptonshire estate cuts energy bills by 17% after switching to UK renewable electricity

A Northamptonshire estate says it has cut its energy costs by 17 per cent after switching to electricity sourced directly from UK-based renewable generators.

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Golf-mad Northampton teen hopes for tee-riffic results when he takes on 72 holes for charity

A golf-loving teenager is swinging into action to raise money for a cause close to his heart.

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Silverstone secures British MotoGP for another two years

Silverstone Circuit has confirmed MotoGP will remain at the Northamptonshire venue for the next two years after agreeing a new contract extension.

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Councillors to decide on new chief executive and finance chief for WNC

West Northamptonshire councillors are set to appoint the authority's new chief executive and chief finance officer at a meeting next week.

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Armed police descend on Towcester after reports of a man in possession of a weapon

A large police presence descended on Towcester on Tuesday evening including officers who were armed and had dogs as well as the force helicopter.

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M1 in Northamptonshire reopens 26 HOURS after serious collision involving four lorries

The M1 in Northamptonshire reopened 26 hours after a lorry overturned on the carriageway during a serious collision involving four HGVs.

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Northampton Town and Northampton High School extend partnership for another five years

Northampton Town and Northampton High School GDST have extended their partnership with a new five-year agreement.